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Principal SW Systems Engineer (10253)

Extreme Networks
Posted 4 months ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Salem, Rockingham County 03079, NH

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Extreme Networks is seeking a candidate with over 10 years of hands-on software development experience, primarily in C, to design and implement high-performance routing and switching software for Linux-based networking systems.
  • The role involves developing software for next-generation embedded networking hardware platforms and collaborating across various teams including Hardware, QA, and Product management.
  • Candidates should have a strong background in networking protocols and experience with Linux kernel development, particularly in networking subsystems.
  • The position emphasizes the importance of inclusion and diversity, encouraging applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.
  • Salary details are not specified, but the company is recognized for its top-rated services and support, reflecting its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions. They rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver unprecedented progress. With double-digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver scalable outcomes than Extreme.


Inclusion is one of our core values and in our DNA. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that embraces our differences and creates an atmosphere where all our employees thrive because of their differences, not in spite of them.


Become part of Something big with Extreme! As a global networking leader, learn why there’s no better time to join the Extreme team.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and implement high‑performance routing and switching software for Linux-based networking systems managed from the cloud.

• Develop and enable software on next‑generation embedded networking hardware platforms.

• Analyze requirements and translate them into detailed designs, and high‑quality implementations.

• Develop functional and design specifications.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Hardware, QA, and Product management teams 


Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of hands‑on software development experience, primarily in C.

• Strong background in networking protocols, including control‑plane and/or data‑plane implementations for switches or routers.

• Experience with Linux kernel development, with emphasis on networking subsystems preferred.

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, L2/L3 networking concepts, and related technologies.

• Experience developing or integrating physical layer (PHY) drivers is highly desirable.

• Hands‑on experience with Broadcom SDKs and networking ASICs.

• Proficiency with Git/GitHub for source control and collaboration.

• Experience using AI‑assisted development tools to improve productivity.

• Working knowledge of Python for scripting, and automation is highly desirable.


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Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more information, visit Extreme's website or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.


We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Come Advance with us! In keeping with our values, no employee or applicant will face discrimination/harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination/harassment based on “protected categories,” Extreme Networks also strives to prevent other, subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (e.g., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our organization. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Extreme Networks.




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